2003 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Austin Princess
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 Audi A6.
Because 1959 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1959 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | Princess |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3360 mm |
